b'WELCOME!PRESIDENT MESSAGEWELCOME HOME to a family of like-minded, liberty-loving entrepreneurs who support each other in protecting our businesses and the Merit Shop cause. Our intent is to provide this Member Success Kit so you will have a clear path as to how you can realize your return on your investment by joining ABC. We believe as you take advantage of the many opportunities that the ABC membership brings to support your business success and philosophy on which we stand, you will feel right at home as a part of our family.JR Gaylor, President and CEOVISION To be the association of choice for the construction industry of Indiana and Kentucky.MISSION To defend the free enterprise system for our association and assist members in the marketplace to develop people, win work, and deliver that work Safely, Ethically, and Profitably.OUR VALUESMerit, Performance, and Integrity.INDIANA APPRENTICESHIP TRUST & KENTUCKY CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION FOUNDATION: VISION STATEMENTDeveloping tomorrows Craft Professionals through high-impact learning experiences in a dynamic and engaging education environment.ABOUT USToday, ABC is a national trade association with 68 Chapters and 23,000 members, which represents more than 19,000 construction and industry-related firms. We are the VOICE OF THE MERIT SHOP and the only organization to serve contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and associates of all trades who want to conduct business in an unrestricted market, regardless of labor affiliation.Our services include federal, state and local government representation, legal advocacy, education, workforce development, communications, technology, recognition through national and chapter awards programs, employee benefits, and information on best practices and business development.3'